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Holland America Line has expanded its onboard entertainment offering with four new World Stage productions aboard Oosterdam, including a rock concert created in collaboration with Rolling Stone magazine.
Explora Journeys has taken delivery of Explora III, marking the halfway point in the development of its six-ship luxury fleet.
Cruise passenger arrivals in Nelson Mandela Bay increased by 18% during the 2025/26 season, contributing an estimated R111 million to the local economy.
Century Cruises will enter Egypt’s growing river cruise market in 2027 with two Nile itineraries aboard Sunrise Terramar.
AIDA Cruises has revealed its replacement winter programme after cancelling its 2027/28 Middle East season.
Having launched the Arab world’s first homegrown cruise line and opened five cruise gateways across Saudi Arabia, Cruise Saudi is entering its next phase of growth.
Windstar Cruises‘ future Star Explorer is undergoing a major refit ahead of its December debut.
Norwegian Cruise Line has introduced new guest venues aboard Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem.
Cunard Line has announced an extensive refit and refurbishment programme for Queen Victoria this autumn.
Explora Journeys has unveiled new culinary, wellness, and cultural experiences aboard Explora II.
Cape Town will feature on Seabourn’s 2028 World Cruise as the line marks its 40th anniversary.
MSC World Asia has begun sea trials ahead of its maiden Mediterranean season this December.
Carnival Cruise Line will revive the Carnival Destiny name for its largest ship yet, at 230,000 gross tons and accommodating up to 8.000 passengers.
DP World is exploring a new port in Fujairah to provide an alternative gateway beyond the Strait of Hormuz.
Crystal Cruises has unveiled new family and outdoor spaces aboard Crystal Grace ahead of its 2028 debut.
Zuiderdam will become the next ship to undergo Holland America Line‘s Evolution transformation.
Royal Caribbean International has installed the signature Aquadome on its upcoming flagship Hero of the Seas.
Dubai will no longer feature on Norwegian Sky’s farewell voyage after Norwegian Cruise Line revised the ship’s final itinerary ahead of its transfer to Cordelia Cruises.
P&O Cruises has introduced a redesigned menu at Keel & Cow aboard its Excel-class ships, adding new steakhouse dishes, lighter options, and expanded vegan choices.
Celebrity Cruises has announced a major transformation for Celebrity Reflection, introducing 13 new venues as part of a comprehensive refurbishment ahead of the ship’s return to the Caribbean in 2027.
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